Backpack Oregon’s Cascade Mountains

Here’s your chance to get to know the beautiful outdoors that surrounds Lewis & Clark! Wander past waterfalls, narrow canyons, huge old-growth trees, rocky pinnacles, and bubbling streams in this spectacular wilderness area a few hours south of Portland in Oregon’s Cascade Mountain range. This group will be heading to the same area as the “Explore the Temperate Rainforest” trip, but we’ll be backpacking with full packs into the farther reaches of this wilderness, and staying in tents each night. Expect to cover three to ten miles a day on moderate to steep trails, and discover hidden swimming holes, awesome views of the surrounding mountains, and see trees that have been alive for a thousand years.

*This price reflects the full cost of the trip before financial aid. If you submitted a FAFSA, the cost to you will be calculated on a need-based sliding scale. Simply check the box regarding financial aid on the New Student Trip Reservation Form. Your financial award will be included in the email with your trip placement.

Plan to add $5/day for vegan, gluten-free, or other specialized diet requests (a vegetarian option is included at no extra charge), medical dietary restrictions exempt.

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